Cauliflower & Broccoli Slaw Salad
This cauliflower and broccoli slaw salad is crisp, refreshing, tangy, and herbaceous. Quick and easy to make, it’s a family-friendly side dish that tastes even better the next day!
Looking for more slaw recipes? Try our easy coleslaw and kale broccoli slaw salad, too.
Slaw is a staple at every warm-weather gathering! We love classic coleslaw, but often switch things up with this crunchy cauliflower and broccoli slaw instead. Just like a traditional broccoli salad, it’s crunchy, tangy, and refreshing. Then, it sneaks in extra nutrients no one even notices.
We typically serve it as a side dish with burgers, hot dogs, and grilled chicken. However, it also makes for a great topping or even a main course if you add a bit of protein. As a result, we typically prep a double batch to serve immediately and store for later!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Below is an overview of the ingredients and instructions for this recipe. Please be sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the complete details!
- Vegetables – Bagged broccoli slaw mix, cauliflower, corn, and radishes form the base of the salad.
Ingredient Tip – Use fresh corn in place of thawed frozen corn. Or use canned corn, but make sure it is drained well.
- Fresh Basil – This adds a bright, refreshing flavor to the dressing.
- Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed is best, but bottled lemon juice also works. The acidity balances the heaviness of the dressing for a refreshing, well-rounded taste.
- Red Wine Vinegar – This adds a sweet, tangy taste. We don’t recommend substituting any other type of vinegar.
- Mayo – This is the base of the dressing, creating a creamy consistency and tangy flavor. For more protein, try using Greek yogurt instead.
How to Make a Cauliflower and Broccoli Slaw Salad
- Combine. Add all the vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
2. Make the dressing. Whisk all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
3. Toss. Pour the dressing over the salad, and gently toss to combine.
4. Chill. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least two hours or ideally up to overnight. Enjoy!
Possible Variations
- Can’t find broccoli slaw at your local grocery store? Make your own broccoli slaw recipe using broccoli florets, broccoli stalks, carrots, shredded cabbage, red onions, and (optional dried cranberries). Use a box grater or sharp knife to shred the broccoli and other ingredients!
- Carbs – Make this salad even more filling by including ramen noodles, rice, or even pasta for a pasta salad vibe.
- Crunch – Enhance the texture with a sprinkle of sunflower seeds, pepitas, or crushed peanuts.
- Veggies – Add even more nutrients and bulk with extra veggies like bell peppers, celery, or green onions.
- Protein – Transform this recipe into a complete meal by adding shredded chicken, shrimp, steak, or tofu.
More Easy Salad Recipes
Cauliflower & Broccoli Slaw Salad Recipe
Equipment
- 1 whisk
- 1 large spoon
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 16 ounce bag broccoli slaw
- 5 cups chopped cauliflower, bite-sized pieces (about 1 small head)
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 6 radishes, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 2 Tablespoons minced fresh basil (6 fresh large basil leaves)
- 1 ½ Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 ½ Tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- To a large mixing bowl, add all of the vegetables. Set aside.16 ounce bag broccoli slaw, 5 cups chopped cauliflower, bite-sized pieces, 1 cup frozen corn, thawed, 6 radishes, thinly sliced
- In a small bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients until combined.2 Tablespoons minced fresh basil, 1 ½ Tablespoons lemon juice, 1 ½ Tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1/3 cup mayo, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pour the dressing over the bowl of vegetables. Gently mix until all the veggies are coated in the dressing.
- Refrigerate, covered, for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving to allow the vegetables to be infused with flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
Nutrition
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We love making this salad during the spring and summer months! It’s so fresh, colorful, and flavorful!
This really does look like an amazing salad, Sammi! It’s so fresh, colourful and tasty. Thank you for sharing with us at Hearth and Soul. Pinned and tweeted 🙂
Thanks April! Blessings to you. 🙂
I love how colorful this salad is! And the dressing is sure to be a hit, Thanks!
Thanks Alison! I agree, the amazing colors are one of my favorite parts about this salad…aside from eating it! Thanks for swinging by!
Perfect summer side dish! I would love you to share this on Smell Good Sunday http://jaytriedandtrue.blogspot.com/2017/04/smell-good-sunday-18.html
Absolutely! I haven’t met a protein it doesn’t pair well with. 😉
I love everything in this salad! The recipe sounds fabulous! Thanks for sharing!
Oh, me too! Every ingredient is fresh and delicious. I really hope this salad makes your table soon, Jhuls. 🙂
This is a fantastic recipe! Loved it. Thanks a lot for joining us at the Family Joy Blog link up party! Pinned!
I really love this salad too! The colors alone make it a winner, but then the flavors, oh the flavors. YUM!
I love a great slaw recipe! Looking forward to trying yours! Pinning 🙂
Laurie, I can’t wait for you to try this slaw recipe! Thanks for swinging by and happy eating. 😉
Yay! This looks wonderful. It IS such a good time for making slaw. Great fresh herbs, plus a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Thanks for your post!
Thank you, Christina! Slaw is one of my favorite types of salads. There are so many varieties and it always has so much texture. I hope you enjoy this one!